Young Arthur

Who died in Young Arthur's story?

• Merlin and Igerna

• Igerna and Alex

• The King and Igerna

• Merlin and Sir Ector

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What did Merlin disguise as when he took baby Arthur away from the King?

• beggar

• dragon

• wizard

• spirit

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Which sentence from the story best develops the theme identified in Part A?

• “The boy’s name shall be Arthur,” he declared, “and he shall be a great king.”

• “The rightful king could pull it free a hundred times,” said Merlin.

• “This is Arthur, son of Uther Pendragon, Britain’s destined king.”

• “A true knight would not run away,” he said to himself, “and I am a true knight in my heart.”

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Which sentence from the story is part of the story’s climax?

• The moment he saw the golden words upon the blade, Kay began to tremble with excitement.

• Arthur spurred his horse away, certain he had committed a great crime.

• Grasping the pommel, he easily pulled the sword out.

• Merlin cried, ‘This is Arthur, son of Uther Pendragon, Britain’s destined king.’

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How does Arthur’s attempt to resolve the conflict create suspense in the story?

• After Arthur realizes his mistake, he decides to return the sword.

• After Arthur pulls the sword from the stone, he fears he has committed a crime.

• After Arthur sees the inscription, he understands his destiny.

• After Arthur confronts Kay, he decides to leave the tournament.

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In the story, what inference can readers make about Arthur’s character?

• Arthur is impulsive and reckless.

• Arthur is brave and honorable.

• Arthur is cunning and deceitful.

• Arthur is weak and indecisive.

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In the story, what happens after Arthur pulls the sword from the stone?

• The lords are angry.

• The lords regret their initial skepticism.

• Arthur is recognized as the rightful king.

• The lords don’t think Arthur should be king.

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Which two sentences from the story best support that Arthur is a determined person?

• “A true knight would not run away,” he said to himself, “and I am a true knight in my heart.”

• “If we are going to fight against the gods, let us choose a leader and stop quarrelling among ourselves.”

• “Arthur started homeward. Then he suddenly reined in his horse.”

• “Arthur spurred his horse away, certain he had committed a great crime.”

• “Grasping the pommel, he easily pulled the sword out.”

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What is the main theme of the story 'Young Arthur'?

• A) Courage and destiny

• B) Betrayal and revenge

• C) Love and sacrifice

• D) Friendship and loyalty

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Which character helps Arthur understand his true identity?

• A) Sir Ector

• B) Merlin

• C) Kay

• D) The King

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